1960 Nissan Cedric vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1960 Nissan Cedric is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Nissan Cedric (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Cedric | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Cedric | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
